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Definition of Prompter
1. Noun. Someone who assists a performer by providing the next words of a forgotten speech.
Generic synonyms: Assistant, Help, Helper, Supporter
Derivative terms: Prompt
2. Noun. A device that displays words for people to read.
Generic synonyms: Device
Specialized synonyms: Teleprompter
Derivative terms: Prompt
Definition of Prompter
1. n. One who, or that which, prompts; one who admonishes or incites to action.
Definition of Prompter
1. Adjective. (comparative of prompt) ¹
2. Noun. (theater) The person who does the prompting. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Prompter
1. one that prompts [n -S] - See also: prompts
Lexicographical Neighbors of Prompter
Literary usage of Prompter
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Monthly Review by Ralph Griffiths (1826)
"The prompter, or Elementary Hints to Young Actors; a Didactic Poem. To which are
prefixed, Strictures on Theatrical Education, and a Prologue. By David. ..."
2. Shakespeare for Community Players by Roy Mitchell (1919)
"The Chief prompter is the Director's right-hand man, and is training to direct some
... He also rehearses understudies, and frequently conducts " prompter's ..."
3. The Bath Stage: A History of Dramatic Representations in Bath by Belville S. Penley (1892)
"In 1778, she and her husband were engaged to appear at the Bath Theatre, an
engagement which was due to the good judgment of Mr. Floor, the prompter ..."
4. The Battle of the Press: As Told in the Story of the Life of Richard Carlile by Theophila Carlile Campbell (1899)
"THE "prompter" AND THE ROTUNDA. ... a new publication was issued which Carlile
called the prompter, because, as he Said, "THE NATION NEEDED A prompter". ..."
5. Allen's Synonyms and Antonyms by Frederic Sturges Allen (1920)
"prompter, n. reminder, souffler (French; cant);—as in the theater. Antonyms: see
UNPROMISING. pronounce, vt I. See UTTER, STATE. 2. ..."
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